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Jan

2026

The Labour Question: Why Philosophy, History, And Political Reality Explain Alex Otti’s Choice To Stay – By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

THE LABOUR QUESTIONWhy Philosophy, History, and Political Reality Explain Alex Otti’s Choice to Stay Politics is not gossip; it is philosophy in motion. And when Governor Alex C. Otti insists on remaining in the Labour Party, despite relentless rumours of defection, he is not merely making a partisan choice—he is aligning with a long and global tradition in political thought: that institutions matter more than convenience.This moment in Abia politics is not new. History has seen it before—locally and internationally—whenever reform-minded leaders confront pressure to abandon difficult platforms for seemingly easier paths. THE PHILOSOPHY: POLITICS AS COMMITMENT, NOT ESCAPE Political…

Jan

2026

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Much Ado About Nothing- By Prof Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Politics

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING How Manufactured Scandals Failed to Stop a Reforming Government in AbiaBy any serious measure, the loudest noise around Abia today is not corruption—it is resistance to change. What has played out in recent months is a familiar Nigerian script: when reform begins to bite, propaganda begins to scream. Governor Alex C. Otti has become the target of a coordinated misinformation industry, one that thrives on fake quotes, invented directives, recycled rumours, and outright fabrications. Yet, when the dust settles, one truth remains stubborn: the scandals exist mostly online; governance exists on ground. THE POLITICS OF FABRICATIONFrom…

Jan

2026

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2027 Senate: Abia North Youth Agenda Calls On Ambassador Osita Offor To Contest

Abia North, Politics

2027 Senate: Abia North Youth Agenda Calls on Ambassador Osita Offor to Contest Umuahia, Abia State | January 2026 - PRESS RELEASE The Abia North Youth Agenda (ANYA) has called on Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor to formally declare his intention to contest the Abia North Senatorial seat in the 2027 general elections, citing his leadership credentials, commitment to peace, and alignment with the developmental vision of the present Abia State administration. The youth-based pressure group stated that recent political developments across Abia North indicate a growing demand for credible, people-oriented leadership capable of sustaining the new governance standards currently being…

Jan

2026

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Otti: The Leadership And Conviction That Rescued The Labour Party – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Good Governance, Politics

Otti: The Leadership and Conviction That Rescued the Labour Party By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The political journey of His Excellency, Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, formally began in 2014 when he stunned many Nigerians with his decision to exit a flourishing banking career. Having risen to the pinnacle of the financial sector as a Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Governor Otti resigned to confront and change the disturbing and chequered history of governance in his dear state, Abia. Without hesitation, he declared his intention to govern Abia State. From the outset, Governor Otti demonstrated uncommon consistency, courage and…

Jan

2026

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2027: No Appointments For Non APC Members – National Chair, Yilwatda

News Flash, Politics

2027: No Appointments For Non-APC Members – National Chair, Yilwatda The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has declared that political appointments following the 2027 general elections will be strictly reserved for party loyalists rather than technocrats or professionals. Speaking Tuesday night in Abuja at an event tagged “Renewed Hope Promise Kept 2027: Meet and Greet North-West Mobilisation,” organised by the Minister of State for Works, Bello Goronyo, Nentawe emphasised that governance is inherently political and appointees must actively support the party that brought them to power. A video of his statement went viral on…

Jan

2026

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US Poised To Exit World Health Organization

International, News Flash, World News

US Poised To Exit World Health Organization The United States (U.S.) is due to officially leave the World Health Organization (WHO) on Thursday, following an executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump in 2025, despite legal requirements to clear outstanding dues and growing concerns over the impact on U.S. and global health. The exit comes after Trump gave formal notice on his first day in office in 2025, triggering a one-year withdrawal process under U.S. law. That law also requires Washington to pay about $260 million in unpaid fees before leaving, a condition the WHO says has not been met.…

Jan

2026

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Akpabio Drags Natasha To Supreme Court Over Senate Suspension Row

Judiciary, National Assembly, News Flash

Akpabio Drags Natasha To Supreme Court Over Senate Suspension Row The legal battle over the suspension of the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has escalated as the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has again approached the Supreme Court. Court documents sighted on Thursday showed that Akpabio filed an application before the apex court to regularise and sustain his appeal challenging decisions of the lower courts on the matter. The documents are marked SC NO: SC/CV/1111/2025. Appeal No: CA/ABJ/CV/1107/2025. Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/384/2025. It partly read, “Motion on Notice brought pursuant to Order 4 Rules 6 & 16 of the Supreme Court…

Jan

2026

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Otti’s Agricultural Revolution: Exploring Strategic Partnership With Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority – By Ebere Uzoukwa Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Agriculture, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Economy

Otti’s Agricultural Revolution: Exploring Strategic Partnership with Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority By Ebere Uzoukwa, PhD The recent engagement between Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR and Senator Emmanuel Anosike-led Executive Management Committee of the Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority marks a defining moment in Abia State’s renewed drive to reposition agriculture as a central pillar of economic growth, food sufficiency and rural development. Beyond the ceremonial value of the visit, the interaction clearly reflects a shared commitment to reviving structured agriculture through strategic collaboration, effective use of data and purposeful governance. The Anambra-Imo River Basin Development Authority is one of…

Jan

2026

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FGN To Integrate Islamic Finance Standards Into Nigeria’s Reporting System

Business, Economy, FGN, News Flash

FG To Integrate Islamic Finance Standards Into Nigeria’s Reporting System The Federal Government has initiated steps to integrate Islamic finance accounting and auditing standards into Nigeria’s financial reporting system, as part of efforts to enhance transparency, deepen financial inclusion,, and position the country as a leading hub for non-interest finance in Africa. The initiative was unveiled by the Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria at a stakeholders’ engagement on the integration of Islamic finance standards into the Nigerian Financial Reporting Framework, held at the Abuja Continental Hotel on Wednesday in Abuja. Attnews reports that the Accounting and Auditing Organisation for Islamic…

Jan

2026

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Police Arrest Man For Conducting Illegal INEC Voters’ Registration In Abia

Abia State, Crime, News Flash, Politics

Police Arrest Man For Conducting Illegal INEC Voters’ Registration In Abia Personnel of the Abia State Command of the Nigerian Police Force have arrested a 47-year-old man, identified as Chukwuemeka Nwaobilor, for having the voters’ registration machine of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Nwaobilor was arrested at a football field in Mbawsi, Isiala Ngwa North local government area of the state, with an INEC registration machine that was meant for the registration of voters in Isiala Ngwa South local government area. Unconfirmed reports noted that Nwaobilor, a staff member of INEC who works in Isiala Ngwa South, was alleged…